Our Journey Together
A Love Story in the Making
The Proposal | Glacier National Park, Goose Island Overlook.
In a picturesque setting at Glacier National Park, Michio proposed to Emily during a romantic getaway. The moment was filled with emotion, as he expressed his love and commitment to her. Emily's joyful acceptance marked the beginning of their wedding journey, symbolizing their shared dreams and aspirations for a life together.
She said YES!
The Start of a new beginning.
Engagement Photos.
Throughout their relationship, Michio and Emily have celebrated numerous milestones that have strengthened their bond. From their first date at Frazier Lake to taking engagement photos at the spanish creek campground.
How We Met | Frazier Lake, Bridger Mountain Range.
Michio and Emily first crossed paths at a mutual friend's gathering, where an instant connection sparked between them. Their shared interests in hiking, travel and photography ignited a friendship that soon blossomed into romance. Our first date was a hike to Frazier Lake in the Bridger Mountain range. From that fateful day, we have continued to explore the world together, finding joy in both the big adventures and the little moments.
Our Collaborative Adventures
Creating Lasting Memories
Glacier National Park
October 11th, 2024 Marks a special day in our lives. It was our mini vacation to Glacier National Park. This setting is prior to the proposal taking place. The bottle of wine was a Stags Leap 2017 from Napa Valley. Beautiful setting and time to watch a sunset.
Grand Prismatic Springs, Yellowstone National Park.
Standing on top of the super volcano at YSNP is a site to see. A beautiful day with Emily and her family.
Sage Lodge, Paradise Valley.
A day to remember when we stopped here on our way to the Yellowstone Park.
Big Sky Arhcery Event.
Big Sky Archery Event: While, often spending weekends experimenting with new recipes or capturing moments in nature. These hobbies have allowed them to collaborate creatively and support each other's artistic endeavors. Archery. Rifle hunting and outdoor hiking are many of the things Emily & Michio enjoy doing with each other.
Hyalit Reservoir with the family
Was a beautiful time with Emily and Zelda here during our cabin stay. We got to experience all 4 seasons in one day, hike around the area, glass the sky for mountain goats and eagles.
Typical Day at home with the pets.
Zelda and Halo Relaxing on our couch. Buddies for life.
Yellowstone National Park_ Calcite springs
In between Tower Junction and the Dunraven pass in Yellowstone national park lies a pull of and mountain side called Calcite springs. Calcite Springs Overlook surveys the north end of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, where the Yellowstone River leaves steep canyon walls for rolling prairie grasses. Along the river at the bottom of these cliffs you’ll spot Calcite Springs, where steam rises from hydrothermal vents just feet from water’s edge. You might even catch a whiff of sulfur. Everytime we come to the park we stop and take photos of our time since it is always so beautiful.
Albino Lake, Lee Metcalf Wilderness.
Travel has been a significant part of Michio and Emily's relationship, as they have ventured to various National Parks immersing themselves in different vibrant views of nature. Each trip has not only strengthened their bond but has also inspired them to appreciate life’s diversity and beauty.
January 1st, 2025. 7:30am at the Hyalite Reservoir.
Our journey as a newly engaged couple began on this first day of the year. We embraced the morning with a picturesque hike, savoring each moment together. The temperature hovered around 2 degrees Fahrenheit and we were excited to take a picture with Crimmm and Zelda was still in the car.
Middle of the Mountains, Yellowstone National Park.
Night of our engagement, Glacier National Park.
in 2020 I saw this picture for the first time. Not knowing the place or ever hearing of Montana I knew it would hold value in my future. Not knowing Montana or ever living there I ended up learning on my life Journey that this would be the place i proposed to Emily Westlake. The woman who deserves my love the most.
Turkey Hunting Season
Emily's 1st Montana Turkey Kill. Gallatin National Forest, 2024.
